Credentialing Support Partnership     

The Credentialing Support Partnership (CSP) is designed to provide comprehensive support (skill building, coaching, mentoring, etc.) and resources to NH substance use professionals. The CSP team provides assistance free of charge. We support professional credentialing for substance use prevention, recovery, and treatment providers. We assist with general credentialing questions, application review, and IC&RC exam study preparation to candidates seeking CRSW/LADC/MLADC credentials - as well as initial and ongoing required supervision for CRSWs and LADCs. This program aims to expand behavioral health workforce capacity and access to evidenced-based treatment from licensed providers.

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General Support

The CSP staff is dedicated to providing support and answering general questions related to substance use licensure and certification. We work closely with the New Hampshire Prevention Certification Board, and the NH Office of Professional Licensure and Certification and it's Board of Licensing for Alcohol and Other Drug Use Professionals, attending their meetings and learning all that we can to support substance use credentials.


The credentials we can help with include: Certified Prevention Specialist; Advanced Certified Prevention Specialist; Certified Recovery Support Worker; Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor; Master Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor; and Licensed Clinical Supervisor.


Maddie Kiernan, Program Coordinator, and the CSP team, can be reached at (603) 225-7060 or credentialing@nhadaca.org.

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Engagement Track

Are you considering if this track is for you? If any of the following describe your licensure needs, CSP can help.


  • I have a clinical supervisor, but I need ongoing help with understanding the licensing process
  • I have the required practical supervision training and supervised work experience hours

I need support with other aspects...


  • going through my application before I submit it
  • preparing for the written exam (Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ADC) or Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (AADC))
  • financial assistance with required education hours
  • I have supervision at my agency, but I’m not sure what else I need in order to meet requirements for licensure

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Clinical Supervision Track

Are you considering if this track is for you? If any of the following describes your licensure needs, CSP can help.


  • I don’t have anyone onsite approved by the licensing board to provide me with clinical supervision towards obtaining my LADC or MLADC
  • I am working in a clinical role (within scope of practice with LADC or MLADC), but don’t currently have an approved clinical supervisor
  • I am independently licensed under the mental health practice board and need clinical supervision to obtain my LADC or MLADC
  • My agency is supportive of me working towards licensure, but aren’t able to provide all the components necessary for me to complete licensing requirements.
  • I currently have a supervisory agreement on file with the licensing board, but my clinical supervisor is unable to meet with me as often as I need

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What is the enrollment process?

There is no cost to participate in the program. Program enrollment simply begins with seeking and completing an application.


Upon successful enrollment, you will begin your process of guidance, mentorship, and/or supervision toward certification/licensure as a New Hampshire CRSW, LADC or MLADC

1. Application Form

Complete an application for the track that fits your needs

2. Phase Two Interview

Applications are reviewed weekly, those that are selected will have an interview with a clinical supervisor

3. Pre-Involvement Questions

Complete various forms/surveys and continued discussions with the participant as well as the participant’s work-site supervisor(s).

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Participant Benefits

Completion of a application and acknowledgement of enrollment from a team member solidifies one’s status as a participant of the CSP and confirms eligibility for program benefits which may include:


  • Support with IC&RC exam preparation
  • Scholarship opportunities for educational trainings and workshops
  • Direct assistance with the application process for the CRSW, LADC or MLADC
  • Coaching and motivational support throughout the credentialing process
  • Weekly individual and/or group supervision in a virtual format (up to 2 direct hours)*
  • Up to 3 indirect supervision hours weekly*

*only available for those accepted to the Clinical Supervision Track